Senior Electrical Estimator for HV Substation Tenders

ConnectYou; Sydney; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

ConnectYou is partnering with a growing electrical contractor to recruit an experienced Electrical Estimator for tendering and pre-contract delivery of major power and energy infrastructure projects.

This hands-on role focuses on estimating from first principles across HV scopes, including substations, switchyards and data centres. You will collaborate with Project Managers, Engineers and senior leaders to develop competitive tenders and maintain estimating databases.

Qualifications

• Electrical estimating experience within medium- or high-voltage infrastructure.
• Experience with substations, switchyards, data centres, BESS and energy infrastructure.
• Ability to undertake first-principles estimating rather than relying on standard schedules or preset rates.
• Strong understanding of electrical construction methodologies, labour requirements, materials and project sequencing.
• Ability to interpret electrical drawings, specifications, single-line diagrams and tender documentation.

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed electrical estimates and tender submissions for medium and high-voltage infrastructure projects.
• Develop estimates from first principles, including labour, materials, equipment, subcontractors and project delivery costs.
• Review drawings, specifications, scopes of work and tender documentation to identify project requirements and risks.
• Undertake quantity take-offs and prepare detailed bills of quantities and pricing schedules.
• Obtain and evaluate supplier and subcontractor quotations.
• Develop pricing across HV electrical scopes including switchgear, substations, switchyards, cabling, control systems, testing and commissioning.
• Identify commercial, technical and delivery risks throughout the tender process.
• Work closely with Project Managers, Engineers and senior leadership to develop practical and competitive project solutions.
• Assist with tender clarifications, exclusions, qualifications and handover of successful projects to the delivery team.
• Maintain estimating databases, historical cost information and supplier relationships.
• Support the continued development and improvement of estimating systems and processes as the business grows.

Skills

Electrical Estimating

Education

Electrical Engineering/Trade qualification

Job description

ConnectYou is partnering with a growing electrical contractor to recruit an experienced Electrical Estimator for tendering and pre-contract delivery of major power and energy infrastructure projects.

This hands-on role focuses on estimating from first principles across HV scopes, including substations, switchyards and data centres. You will collaborate with Project Managers, Engineers and senior leaders to develop competitive tenders and maintain estimating databases.